Low-risk DeFi could do for Ethereum what search did for Google, Vitalik says
Vitalik Buterin said low-risk DeFi protocols can bring in stable revenue for the network, like how Google Search does for Google, but while also ensuring Ethereum’s core values remain intact.
SEC Task Force Examines DeFi Lending Rules in Meeting With Crypto Firm
DeFi lending landed back on the SEC’s agenda as regulators met with industry players to examine token classification, smart contracts, and paths toward compliant crypto loans. SEC Crypto Task Force Discusses DeFi Lending Regulation The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Crypto Task Force continues to meet with industry participants, as reflected in a memorandum […]
Dogecoin ETF Volume Soars, SHIB and LBRETT See Whale Buying Frenzy – Is Meme Season Making A Comeback?
The meme season is making a thunderous return. Traders are now eyeing the leading meme coins. A recent surge in trading volume for the new Dogecoin ETF has validated the asset class, bringing institutional money to the table. Simultaneously, a whale buying frenzy has swept up major tokens like Shiba Inu and the promising new [...] The post Dogecoin ETF Volume Soars, SHIB and LBRETT See Whale Buying Frenzy – Is Meme Season Making A Comeback? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Jimmy Song Criticizes Bitcoin Core’s OP_Return Limit Removal Decision
TLDR Jimmy Song criticizes Bitcoin Core developers for removing the OP_Return limit. The decision has sparked significant backlash from the Bitcoin community and node runners. Song refers to the removal of the limit as a sign of “fiat” mentality within the community. Bitcoin Knots has gained popularity, now accounting for 20% of the network. Song [...] The post Jimmy Song Criticizes Bitcoin Core’s OP_Return Limit Removal Decision appeared first on Blockonomi.
Twitter User Claims TradingView Has Ignored a Fibonacci Retracement Bug for 5 Years
Popular chart analysis service TradingView contains a bug in the Fibonacci retracement technical analysis tool.
Gary Gensler doubles down on crypto approach amid SEC sea change
The former SEC chair and Paul Atkins, the current head of the agency, both made media appearance this week to address significant policies proposed by US President Donald Trump.
Ethena taps Flowdesk as USDe climbs $14 billion amid synthetic dollar surge
Ethena has partnered with Flowdesk to boost USDe and USDtb access, as USDe surpasses $14 billion in market cap and becomes the third-largest stablecoin.
Less than 0.001% chance MYX trading activity was organic: Report
Spokespersons from Rena Labs told Cointelegraph that the recent MYX trading patterns suggested almost certain market manipulation.
Ethereum onchain activity surge hints at ETH price rally to $5K
Ether’s road to $5,000 looks clear, especially if TradFi adoption and spot ETH ETF inflows continue at their current pace.
Crypto Biz: Rails, rigs and regulation — the new crypto economy
PayPal launches P2P crypto links, Google tests AI payments, miners pivot to data centers and Bitwise eyes stablecoin ETF.
CFTC adds crypto leaders to digital asset group, JPMorgan exec tapped for co-chair
Uniswap, Aptos, BNY, Chainlink, JP Morgan and Franklin Templeton executives join CFTC’s Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee under Acting Chair Pham.
US Treasury opens second round of comments on Genius Act implementation
The bill to establish rules for payment stablecoins was signed into law by US President Donald Trump in July and awaits final regulations before implementation.
FTX Recovery Trust to unlock $1.6B for creditors in September disbursement
The distribution marks the third payout to creditors of the former exchange as it continues dispensing up to $16.5 billion in funds.
NBA star Kevin Durant recovers Coinbase account after nearly 10 years
Nearly a decade after losing access to his Coinbase account, NBA star Kevin Durant is once again in control of his Bitcoin holdings, according to the exchange CEO.
Bitcoin and alts set for Fed ‘jolt,’ market isn’t ready: Economist
Economist Timothy Peterson said that the US Federal Reserve's upcoming actions are likely to “jolt Bitcoin and alts up substantially.”
Bitcoin may go ‘boring’ as institutional interest ramps up: Michael Saylor
Strategy's Michael Saylor said that lower Bitcoin volatility benefits “mega institutions” but disappoints thrill-seekers who thrive on price swings.
BitGo files for US IPO with $90B in assets under custody
BitGo files to go public with $90.3 billion in assets under custody, targeting NYSE listing as institutional crypto adoption accelerates under new US policies.
Coinbase CEO sets sights on replacing banks with crypto super app
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has outlined plans to build a crypto super app, offering credit cards, payments and Bitcoin rewards to rival traditional banks.
Crypto treasuries with long-term strategy will ‘survive any market’: Hashkey
HashKey Capital CEO Deng Chao says crypto treasuries must be treated as strategic reserves, not speculative bets, to remain sustainable in volatile cycles.
Web3 needs to rely on Web2 to survive
Web3’s mass adoption depends on embracing Web2 infrastructure, not replacing it. Gradual integration builds trust and accelerates mainstream acceptance.
Bitcoin mining difficulty paints new ATH amid centralization fears
The rising network difficulty and the need to pay for energy are pushing out smaller players and even publicly traded corporations.
Bitcoin will 'accelerate' as world heads into the Fourth Turning — Analyst
BTC will continue to appreciate and gain adoption as the global financial and geopolitical system is reshaped in the coming decades.
Crypto ready for 'up only' mode once US TGA hits $850B target: Arthur Hayes
Liquidity is set to flow into private financial markets once the United States Treasury fills its General Account with $850 billion.
Changpeng Zhao’s YZi Labs deepens stake in stablecoin issuer Ethena
YZi Labs has invested further into Ethena to push USDe adoption across more chains and platforms, while also assisting with the development of a new stablecoin.
Low-risk DeFi could do for Ethereum what search did for Google, Vitalik says
Vitalik Buterin said low-risk DeFi protocols can bring in stable revenue for the network, like how Google Search does for Google, but while also ensuring Ethereum’s core values remain intact.
Cannabis firm Flora Growth launches $401M treasury backing Zero Gravity
Nasdaq-listed Flora Growth will rebrand to ZeroStack after raising $401 million to support 0G, a decentralized AI blockchain training 107B-parameter models.
EU’s Chat Control law would push users toward ‘Web3 alternatives’ — Experts
Privacy experts warn EU’s Chat Control law could break encryption, erode trust in digital platforms and push users toward decentralized Web3 solutions.
BNB quietly climbs 10% despite weekend lull: How high can the price go?
BNB breakout patterns and onchain sentiment suggest a year-end rally, with upside targets stretching between $1,250 and $1,565.
Crypto can’t afford to wait for perfect regulation
Crypto’s path forward lies in embracing imperfect regulation. Waiting for flawless frameworks will only stall adoption, innovation and the tokenization of real assets.
‘Diamond hand’ APX holder turns $226K into $7M amid ASTER swap rally
A wallet that bought $226,000 in APX in 2022 now holds over $7 million, as the token spiked 120% following the launch of the ASTER upgrade swap.
Bitcoin traders have these BTC price levels in mind at $116K
Bitcoin market participants saw the area at $117,200 and above as particularly important heading into the weekly close and fresh US macro data.
First Chinese CNH stablecoin debuts as global race heats up
Governments around the world are exploring and launching stablecoins to remain competitive against dollar-pegged digital fiat tokens.
Traditional economies are being 'sunset,' in favor of the internet — VC
Blockchain, artificial intelligence, and online platforms are the future of commerce as the world moves to an internet-first economy.
Jimmy Song slams Bitcoin Core devs for 'fiat' mentality on OP_Return
Song accused BTC Core developers of defecting and failing to address widespread community concerns about non-monetary data on the ledger.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Twitter User Claims TradingView Has Ignored a Fibonacci Retracement Bug for 5 Years
Popular chart analysis service TradingView contains a bug in the Fibonacci retracement technical analysis tool.
Gary Gensler doubles down on crypto approach amid SEC sea change
The former SEC chair and Paul Atkins, the current head of the agency, both made media appearance this week to address significant policies proposed by US President Donald Trump.
Ethena taps Flowdesk as USDe climbs $14 billion amid synthetic dollar surge
Ethena has partnered with Flowdesk to boost USDe and USDtb access, as USDe surpasses $14 billion in market cap and becomes the third-largest stablecoin.
Less than 0.001% chance MYX trading activity was organic: Report
Spokespersons from Rena Labs told Cointelegraph that the recent MYX trading patterns suggested almost certain market manipulation.
Ethereum onchain activity surge hints at ETH price rally to $5K
Ether’s road to $5,000 looks clear, especially if TradFi adoption and spot ETH ETF inflows continue at their current pace.
Crypto Biz: Rails, rigs and regulation — the new crypto economy
PayPal launches P2P crypto links, Google tests AI payments, miners pivot to data centers and Bitwise eyes stablecoin ETF.
CFTC adds crypto leaders to digital asset group, JPMorgan exec tapped for co-chair
Uniswap, Aptos, BNY, Chainlink, JP Morgan and Franklin Templeton executives join CFTC’s Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee under Acting Chair Pham.
US Treasury opens second round of comments on Genius Act implementation
The bill to establish rules for payment stablecoins was signed into law by US President Donald Trump in July and awaits final regulations before implementation.
FTX Recovery Trust to unlock $1.6B for creditors in September disbursement
The distribution marks the third payout to creditors of the former exchange as it continues dispensing up to $16.5 billion in funds.
NBA star Kevin Durant recovers Coinbase account after nearly 10 years
Nearly a decade after losing access to his Coinbase account, NBA star Kevin Durant is once again in control of his Bitcoin holdings, according to the exchange CEO.
Bitcoin and alts set for Fed ‘jolt,’ market isn’t ready: Economist
Economist Timothy Peterson said that the US Federal Reserve's upcoming actions are likely to “jolt Bitcoin and alts up substantially.”
Bitcoin may go ‘boring’ as institutional interest ramps up: Michael Saylor
Strategy's Michael Saylor said that lower Bitcoin volatility benefits “mega institutions” but disappoints thrill-seekers who thrive on price swings.
BitGo files for US IPO with $90B in assets under custody
BitGo files to go public with $90.3 billion in assets under custody, targeting NYSE listing as institutional crypto adoption accelerates under new US policies.
Coinbase CEO sets sights on replacing banks with crypto super app
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has outlined plans to build a crypto super app, offering credit cards, payments and Bitcoin rewards to rival traditional banks.
Crypto treasuries with long-term strategy will ‘survive any market’: Hashkey
HashKey Capital CEO Deng Chao says crypto treasuries must be treated as strategic reserves, not speculative bets, to remain sustainable in volatile cycles.
Web3 needs to rely on Web2 to survive
Web3’s mass adoption depends on embracing Web2 infrastructure, not replacing it. Gradual integration builds trust and accelerates mainstream acceptance.
Bitcoin mining difficulty paints new ATH amid centralization fears
The rising network difficulty and the need to pay for energy are pushing out smaller players and even publicly traded corporations.
Bitcoin will 'accelerate' as world heads into the Fourth Turning — Analyst
BTC will continue to appreciate and gain adoption as the global financial and geopolitical system is reshaped in the coming decades.
Crypto ready for 'up only' mode once US TGA hits $850B target: Arthur Hayes
Liquidity is set to flow into private financial markets once the United States Treasury fills its General Account with $850 billion.
Changpeng Zhao’s YZi Labs deepens stake in stablecoin issuer Ethena
YZi Labs has invested further into Ethena to push USDe adoption across more chains and platforms, while also assisting with the development of a new stablecoin.
Low-risk DeFi could do for Ethereum what search did for Google, Vitalik says
Vitalik Buterin said low-risk DeFi protocols can bring in stable revenue for the network, like how Google Search does for Google, but while also ensuring Ethereum’s core values remain intact.
Cannabis firm Flora Growth launches $401M treasury backing Zero Gravity
Nasdaq-listed Flora Growth will rebrand to ZeroStack after raising $401 million to support 0G, a decentralized AI blockchain training 107B-parameter models.
EU’s Chat Control law would push users toward ‘Web3 alternatives’ — Experts
Privacy experts warn EU’s Chat Control law could break encryption, erode trust in digital platforms and push users toward decentralized Web3 solutions.
BNB quietly climbs 10% despite weekend lull: How high can the price go?
BNB breakout patterns and onchain sentiment suggest a year-end rally, with upside targets stretching between $1,250 and $1,565.
Crypto can’t afford to wait for perfect regulation
Crypto’s path forward lies in embracing imperfect regulation. Waiting for flawless frameworks will only stall adoption, innovation and the tokenization of real assets.
‘Diamond hand’ APX holder turns $226K into $7M amid ASTER swap rally
A wallet that bought $226,000 in APX in 2022 now holds over $7 million, as the token spiked 120% following the launch of the ASTER upgrade swap.
Bitcoin traders have these BTC price levels in mind at $116K
Bitcoin market participants saw the area at $117,200 and above as particularly important heading into the weekly close and fresh US macro data.
First Chinese CNH stablecoin debuts as global race heats up
Governments around the world are exploring and launching stablecoins to remain competitive against dollar-pegged digital fiat tokens.
Traditional economies are being 'sunset,' in favor of the internet — VC
Blockchain, artificial intelligence, and online platforms are the future of commerce as the world moves to an internet-first economy.
Jimmy Song slams Bitcoin Core devs for 'fiat' mentality on OP_Return
Song accused BTC Core developers of defecting and failing to address widespread community concerns about non-monetary data on the ledger.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Jimmy Song slams Bitcoin Core devs for 'fiat' mentality on OP_Return
Song accused BTC Core developers of defecting and failing to address widespread community concerns about non-monetary data on the ledger.
Traders are shorting Ethereum, but a surprise rally can come instead
Key Takeaways Will ETH see a sharp move soon? Low buy activity and heavy short positioning are indicative of either a breakout or sudden correction. Is there buying power ready to push ETH higherThe post Traders are shorting Ethereum, but a surprise rally can come instead appeared first on AMBCrypto.
XRP to Reach Supply Ceiling Before Bitcoin, Says WisdomTree Report
TLDR WisdomTree predicts XRP will experience a supply shock much sooner than Bitcoin due to its fast-approaching supply ceiling. XRP’s deflationary model, where transaction fees are burned, has already removed approximately 12 million XRP from circulation. Ripple releases up to 1 billion XRP monthly, but unused tokens are locked back into escrow contracts. Unlike Bitcoin, [...] The post XRP to Reach Supply Ceiling Before Bitcoin, Says WisdomTree Report appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bolivia’s Auto Industry Embraces USDT Payments, Tether CEO Reports
TLDR Tether’s CEO Paolo Ardoino announced that Toyota, BYD, and Yamaha are now accepting USDT in Bolivia. Bolivia has seen a 630% increase in cryptocurrency transactions in the first half of 2025. The total value of cryptocurrency transactions in Bolivia reached $294 million during this period. Banco Bisa launched custodial services for USDT in October [...] The post Bolivia’s Auto Industry Embraces USDT Payments, Tether CEO Reports appeared first on Blockonomi.
Tron’s Sunperp Debuts as Perp DEX Competition Intensifies
Tron’s latest entrant in decentralized derivatives, Sunperp, has opened for traders, adding a new venue to a field crowded by perp players like Hyperliquid, Avantis, Aster, Dydx, GMX, and Jupiter. Sunperp Opens on Tron; Traders Eye Fees, Slippage, and Funding Positioned as a perpetuals-focused decentralized exchange (DEX) on Tron, Sunperp outlines design choices aimed at […]
North Korean Hackers Use BeaverTail Malware to Steal Crypto Data
TLDR North Korean hackers are targeting non-developer job applicants in the cryptocurrency sector. The attackers use BeaverTail and InvisibleFerret malware to steal login credentials and crypto wallets. Both macOS and Windows users are advised to avoid suspicious downloads from GitHub and Vercel. The malware is disguised as a fix for fake microphone or camera errors [...] The post North Korean Hackers Use BeaverTail Malware to Steal Crypto Data appeared first on Blockonomi.
Twitter User Claims TradingView Has Ignored a Fibonacci Retracement Bug for 5 Years
Popular chart analysis service TradingView contains a bug in the Fibonacci retracement technical analysis tool.
Price predictions 9/19: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, AVAX
Bitcoin faced solid selling at $117,500, but the real test is whether bulls can maintain BTC price above $115,500. Meanwhile, most altcoins are expected to rise higher.
Gary Gensler doubles down on crypto approach amid SEC sea change
The former SEC chair and Paul Atkins, the current head of the agency, both made media appearance this week to address significant policies proposed by US President Donald Trump.
Ethena taps Flowdesk as USDe climbs $14 billion amid synthetic dollar surge
Ethena has partnered with Flowdesk to boost USDe and USDtb access, as USDe surpasses $14 billion in market cap and becomes the third-largest stablecoin.
Less than 0.001% chance MYX trading activity was organic: Report
Spokespersons from Rena Labs told Cointelegraph that the recent MYX trading patterns suggested almost certain market manipulation.
Ethereum onchain activity surge hints at ETH price rally to $5K
Ether’s road to $5,000 looks clear, especially if TradFi adoption and spot ETH ETF inflows continue at their current pace.
Crypto Biz: Rails, rigs and regulation — the new crypto economy
PayPal launches P2P crypto links, Google tests AI payments, miners pivot to data centers and Bitwise eyes stablecoin ETF.
CFTC adds crypto leaders to digital asset group, JPMorgan exec tapped for co-chair
Uniswap, Aptos, BNY, Chainlink, JP Morgan and Franklin Templeton executives join CFTC’s Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee under Acting Chair Pham.
US Treasury opens second round of comments on Genius Act implementation
The bill to establish rules for payment stablecoins was signed into law by US President Donald Trump in July and awaits final regulations before implementation.
FTX Recovery Trust to unlock $1.6B for creditors in September disbursement
The distribution marks the third payout to creditors of the former exchange as it continues dispensing up to $16.5 billion in funds.
NBA star Kevin Durant recovers Coinbase account after nearly 10 years
Nearly a decade after losing access to his Coinbase account, NBA star Kevin Durant is once again in control of his Bitcoin holdings, according to the exchange CEO.
Bitcoin and alts set for Fed ‘jolt,’ market isn’t ready: Economist
Economist Timothy Peterson said that the US Federal Reserve's upcoming actions are likely to “jolt Bitcoin and alts up substantially.”
Bitcoin may go ‘boring’ as institutional interest ramps up: Michael Saylor
Strategy's Michael Saylor said that lower Bitcoin volatility benefits “mega institutions” but disappoints thrill-seekers who thrive on price swings.
BitGo files for US IPO with $90B in assets under custody
BitGo files to go public with $90.3 billion in assets under custody, targeting NYSE listing as institutional crypto adoption accelerates under new US policies.
Coinbase CEO sets sights on replacing banks with crypto super app
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has outlined plans to build a crypto super app, offering credit cards, payments and Bitcoin rewards to rival traditional banks.
Crypto treasuries with long-term strategy will ‘survive any market’: Hashkey
HashKey Capital CEO Deng Chao says crypto treasuries must be treated as strategic reserves, not speculative bets, to remain sustainable in volatile cycles.
Web3 needs to rely on Web2 to survive
Web3’s mass adoption depends on embracing Web2 infrastructure, not replacing it. Gradual integration builds trust and accelerates mainstream acceptance.
Bitcoin mining difficulty paints new ATH amid centralization fears
The rising network difficulty and the need to pay for energy are pushing out smaller players and even publicly traded corporations.
Bitcoin will 'accelerate' as world heads into the Fourth Turning — Analyst
BTC will continue to appreciate and gain adoption as the global financial and geopolitical system is reshaped in the coming decades.
Crypto ready for 'up only' mode once US TGA hits $850B target: Arthur Hayes
Liquidity is set to flow into private financial markets once the United States Treasury fills its General Account with $850 billion.
Changpeng Zhao’s YZi Labs deepens stake in stablecoin issuer Ethena
YZi Labs has invested further into Ethena to push USDe adoption across more chains and platforms, while also assisting with the development of a new stablecoin.
Low-risk DeFi could do for Ethereum what search did for Google, Vitalik says
Vitalik Buterin said low-risk DeFi protocols can bring in stable revenue for the network, like how Google Search does for Google, but while also ensuring Ethereum’s core values remain intact.
Cannabis firm Flora Growth launches $401M treasury backing Zero Gravity
Nasdaq-listed Flora Growth will rebrand to ZeroStack after raising $401 million to support 0G, a decentralized AI blockchain training 107B-parameter models.
EU’s Chat Control law would push users toward ‘Web3 alternatives’ — Experts
Privacy experts warn EU’s Chat Control law could break encryption, erode trust in digital platforms and push users toward decentralized Web3 solutions.
BNB quietly climbs 10% despite weekend lull: How high can the price go?
BNB breakout patterns and onchain sentiment suggest a year-end rally, with upside targets stretching between $1,250 and $1,565.
Crypto can’t afford to wait for perfect regulation
Crypto’s path forward lies in embracing imperfect regulation. Waiting for flawless frameworks will only stall adoption, innovation and the tokenization of real assets.
‘Diamond hand’ APX holder turns $226K into $7M amid ASTER swap rally
A wallet that bought $226,000 in APX in 2022 now holds over $7 million, as the token spiked 120% following the launch of the ASTER upgrade swap.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Bitcoin traders have these BTC price levels in mind at $116K
Bitcoin market participants saw the area at $117,200 and above as particularly important heading into the weekly close and fresh US macro data.